Central Florida Disaster Recovery vs. Servpro (and Every Other Franchise)
We're not anti-franchise. But you deserve to know exactly what you're getting — and what you're paying for.
📞 321-420-7274 — Talk to the OwnerEvery Franchise Pays 10–13% in Royalties. You Pay for That.
When Servpro or ServiceMaster comes to your home, a portion of every dollar they charge goes directly to their corporate franchise — not into your restoration. We're independently owned. No royalties, no franchise marketing fees, no corporate overhead. Our prices are lower because our costs are lower. It's that simple.
The Full Comparison
No spin. Just the facts.
| Factor | Franchise (Servpro, etc.) | Central Florida Disaster Recovery |
|---|---|---|
| Who answers your call | National call center | ✓ Ryan Solberg — the owner |
| Response time | 1–4+ hours | ✓ 60 minutes or less |
| Insurance claim help | Minimal — you're mostly on your own | ✓ Full Xactimate claim management |
| Reconstruction | Mitigation only — you hire a contractor | ✓ Full in-house rebuild |
| Pricing | Higher — franchise royalties (10–13%) built in | ✓ 10–20% lower (no franchise fees) |
| Local knowledge | Corporate playbook, generic | ✓ Central Florida native, 10+ years |
| Who oversees your job | Rotating crew, project manager turnover | ✓ Owner (Ryan) on every single job |
| Mold license | Check with your local franchise | ✓ FL Lic. #MRSR5370 — verified |
| Accountability | Corporate complaint process | ✓ Ryan's cell phone — direct line |
| Flexibility | Franchise system — rigid pricing & process | ✓ Locally owned — we make decisions on the spot |
The Real Difference Isn't Marketing. It's Who Shows Up.
Every franchise promises great service in their advertising. Here's what actually happens when you call vs. what happens when you call us.
When You Call a Franchise
You reach a national call center. They log your information and dispatch a local crew. You may not speak to anyone with actual restoration knowledge until they arrive — hours later.
When You Call
He answers. He asks you 3 questions, tells you exactly what's happening, and dispatches himself and/or his crew immediately. He's on-site within 60 minutes — and he's the one actually running your job.
What Franchise Customers Often Report
| ❌ Multiple different crews | No one to coordinate with |
| ❌ Insurance disputes | Estimates not accepted by carrier |
| ❌ Mitigation only | Have to hire a separate contractor to rebuild |
| ❌ Hard to reach | Calls not returned quickly |
| ❌ Generic process | Not familiar with local conditions |
“Way better than the national franchise I used to use — night and day difference. Ryan was on-site in under an hour and personally handled my State Farm claim from start to finish.”
Ready to Work With an Owner Who's on Every Job?
Call directly at 321-420-7274 — and experience what locally owned, owner-operated restoration actually feels like.